Personal Finance and Investing

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Here at Canadianbudget.ca we love to share tips and best practices around personal finance and helping Canadians learn how to invest their money to grow wealth. 

Reading these personal finance and investing articles will help you improve your financial literacy, understand more complex financial topics, and help you learn the importance of investing for the future. 

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The 5 Types of Financial Independence…

June 20, 2024

Starting your journey towards Financial Independence Retire Early (FI/RE) in Canada opens up possibilities for those eager to take control...

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In a Public Sector role? Here…

June 13, 2024

Public sector roles, including those in schools and hospitals, make up approximately 21% of employment in Canada. That includes teachers...

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8 Canadian Investment Accounts To Know…

June 6, 2024

If you are new to investing, you might be wondering what the Canadian investment accounts are available, and which is...

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What Are Canadian Real Estate Investment…

May 30, 2024

Canadian Real Estate Investment Trusts: What They Are and Should You Invest? Canadians have heard owning property was the path...

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How to Calculate Retirement Savings in…

May 25, 2024

When is a good time to calculate retirement savings needs? When retirement may be decades away it’s hard to think...

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Different types of investments

May 25, 2024

There is a lot to understand about the different types of investments available in Canada. From the traditional options of...

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Saving for Long Term Financial Goals

April 25, 2024

Saving for long term financial goals can seem huge and intimidating, That overwhelm can lead to inaction because of decision...

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How To Build Generational Wealth In 4 Steps

April 15, 2024

How To Build Generational Wealth In 4 StepsBuilding generational wealth can feel impossible when dreaded financial struggles and living paycheck...

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The S&P 500 Index Demystified: A Beginner’s Guide

April 4, 2024

The most widely touted advice among financial influencers on the internet is to “just invest in the S&P 500.” But...

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FHSA Canada: Understanding the newest tool…

March 14, 2024

The FHSA in Canada is a new account for aspiring homeowners. Is it the answer to fixing housing affordability in Canada? Well,...

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What is a Defined Benefit Retirement…

February 15, 2024

Throughout your career search, you may come across some employers that offer a defined benefit pension and wonder, "Just what...

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Should You Open An RESP? 3…

February 6, 2024

Many millennial parents are struggling with student loan debt repayments, higher than planned mortgage payments, or increasing rents, as well...

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5 Ways Beginner Bloggers Can Monetize…

February 1, 2024

Social media is awash with posts and reels claiming you can make thousands of dollars daily with “digital marketing” side...

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The 5 Best Investing Platforms for…

January 18, 2024

5 best investing platforms for beginners in Canada - Not sure where to start when it comes to investing? Let...

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How Do You Use Credit Cards…

January 15, 2024

How do you use credit cards wisely? This beginners guide to using credit to your benefit and avoiding credit card...

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Nailing Your Professional Growth Goals: 6…

January 4, 2024

Building a successful career is all about laying a strong foundation, and professional development is crucial. Whether you are just...

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What is a soft credit check…

December 5, 2023

What Is A Soft Credit Check in Canada: What You Need to Know While applying for a new loan, mortgage...

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2024 TFSA Contribution Limit Misunderstandings

November 13, 2023

The TFSA (Tax-Free Savings Account) is one of Canadians' most misunderstood financial tools. Introduced in 2009, it is a versatile...

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Employer Pension Plans Canada: A Millennial…

November 8, 2023

Have an employer sponsored pension, and confused as to what that means for your future financial planning? Come along as...

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5 Reasons You Need To Be…

July 28, 2023

If you're a Canadian Woman who wants to start investing, you, my friend, are in the right place.Before I discovered...

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3 Simple Things To Improve Your…

April 21, 2023

Three simple tools to help you improve your finances today!

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How To Become a Dividend Investor

March 12, 2023

How To Become A Dividend Investor So, you are curious about how to become a dividend investor? Investing in the...

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Life Insurance Basics for Canadian Families

November 14, 2022

Life Insurance Basics For Canadian Families Here are some life insurance basics every Canadian family should know! When you're budgeting...

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Five Affirmations in a Bear Market

November 7, 2022

Five Affirmations in a Bear Market Take a deep breath … relax … exhale … repeat. Yes, there is a bear...

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How To Get Unbiased Financial Advice

September 19, 2022

In the world of finance, there is almost always quite a large knowledge imbalance between the client and the provider....

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Employer Pension Match

September 6, 2022

Are you missing out on this amazing employment benefit? Don't leave this money on the table.

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How to Invest in Canada

April 4, 2022

Investing can be confusing, so much so that it prevents people from starting to invest, or feeling comfortable with investing....

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6 Things You Must Consider Before…

March 30, 2022

Before you start investing, consider these 6 things to make sure you are ready to start!

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How to invest in real estate…

March 16, 2022

Buying a home as a primary residence is usually one of the biggest purchases Canadians make. There are various ways...

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3 Ways to Manage Money as…

February 22, 2022

As a couple gets more serious, they need to decide how they will manage their money as a couple. Key...

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